Shipping an RV is not the most practical thing to do, especially if you have a 27-footer or larger model. But, if you must transport a motor home, there are a few steps that should be implemented to make sure that the job is done right. RV transport is a tricky process because most RV’s have an interior that’s full of stuff, so making sure that this stuff stays in place is a priority. If you have spent a good amount of time in your motor home, there are going to be knick-knacks and other items spread throughout the vehicle, and these will need to be secured to ensure safe travel.
Inside of the RV is one of the most important places to secure, and to do this you want to do an inventory of loose items such as appliances, computers, and household items such as dishes. When the RV is on the transport vehicle, there could potentially be a lot of movement, so strapping down and boxing up loose and free-falling items is essentially to make sure that the interior of the RV is properly secured. Disconnection of any gas lines and water lines is also an important thing to do, because there should be no chance for fluids to start leaking inside the interior. You’ll also want to disconnect any power lines and secure propane or other fuel tanks with safety straps, doing this will ensure safe travel.
Windows and exterior doors should be secured with latches, and the cabinets inside of the kitchenette should be latched as well. If these parts of the RV don’t latch, you’ll want to tape them down, especially if the vehicle is going to be making a long voyage. Outside of the RV you’ll want to secure any pop-outs and cargo doors if your vehicle has them, anything that can shift or potentially swing open should be latched or tapped. Once the inside and outside of the vehicle are secured of any moving or potentially hazardous items, you’ll want to move on to the mechanical of the vehicle.
Recreational vehicle transporting is the ideal time to go over the fluid levels of the engine and transmission, as well as check for any leaks that you might not know about. Because an RV is such a large vehicle, detecting leaks is not always an easy task, so take the time to do a visual inspection on your vehicle. Secutingh the tow hitch is also important, make sure that the cotter pin is secured properly to prevent from unwanted release.
The battery is also an important part of the RV to inspect, you’ll want to check to make sure that there is no corrosion on the terminals. The battery should be reflecting the correct voltage level, as well as any peripherals that connect to the battery, such as the backup generator. Making sure that the electrical items are in good working order will ensure safe operation once you take your RV out on the open road again, take the time to inspect all wires and connectors that go with the operation of the electrical components.